Coronavirus (COVID-19) Health and Safety Guide
ASERT has compiled resources for those with autism and those who care for people with autism relating to the current COVID-19 outbreak.
Blogs
Saying Goodbye to the Neighborhood
Out of Sync Woman talks about feelings of sadness, anxiety, and excitement as she prepares to move to a new place
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Autism in the Media
Daniel talks about the increased presence of autism in news outlets, TV, and movies and talks about how autism is portrayed in each outlet
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Does Society Have Empathy for Celebrities Who Struggle Mental Illness?
Ziggie talks about celebrities also have mental health struggles, even though they have wealth and fame as well as emphasizing how important it is to show empathy to anyone struggling with mental illness
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Spectrum in the Media
Out of Sync Woman discusses her desire to see the media portray more of the spectrum
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(Un)intentional Autistic Representation in Media: How I See It
Dmitri discusses how powerful it can be to relate to a character in a TV show or movie - even if they are not confirmed to have autism
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Representation: Major Plot Point vs Casual Mention
Miriam discusses how it can be beneficial to see LGBTQ representation in media - whether it be a major plotline or a casual mention
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Talent!
Sarah talks about how people should embrace the different talents they possess
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Digital vs. Printed Books: The Questions You Should Be Asking
Miriam discusses the pros and cons of digital and physical copies of books and textbooks
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Moving to a New Place
Out of Sync Woman discusses her feelings about moving to a new apartment and her moving plan
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Job Hunting on the Spectrum: Part 2
Dmitri discusses their experience working and getting hired at retail stores on the spectrum
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Staying Cool, Calm, and Collected
Ziggie talks about the power of emotions and the importance of acknowledging them as you make decisions
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Keeping My Apartment Clean
Out of Sync Woman discusses the importance of balance and scheduling as she lives independently
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Fear
Sarah points out that while we do not like to feel fear, it can beneficial to keeping us safe
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Night Before
Out of Sync Woman talks about anxious feelings that she had before making a big decision and how she coped
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The Unexpected
Miriam talks about how life during the pandemic has brought about expected and unexpected changes in day-to-day life
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